The storyline: Tomboy Anjali (Kajol) loves Rahul, but he loves the "sophisticated" Tina. Only after Tina dies does Rahul realize Anjali was the one. Why it breaks hearts: This was the first time Kajol played unrequited love. The scene where she cuts her hair and leaves the college, tears streaming, is a masterclass in romantic tragedy. Exclusive production notes reveal that Kajol refused to wear makeup for the entire second half, insisting on raw skin to show emotional nakedness. The photo of her holding a basketball, looking at the camera with lost hope, remains one of the most reposted "sad romance" images on social media.

Kajol's friendship with actress Rani Mukerji has been a long-standing one, with the two often speaking highly of each other in interviews. Her relationships with co-stars, particularly Shah Rukh Khan, have been the subject of speculation over the years, with many believing that they had a romantic relationship during the early days of their careers. However, both Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan have consistently denied these rumors.